Underground Mining Engineer
Denver, Denver County, Colorado, 80285, USA
Listed on 2026-07-22
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
At our core, we’re a community. Together, we exercise creative thought, developing engineering and designs as individual as the people and projects we touch. From approval and permitting to design and construction management services, we put the goals of our clients and their communities at the center of everything we create. Join us as we assist mining companies in getting mined materials to communities around the globe.
We are leaders in underground hard rock mining engineering and related technology, serving the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world. This is where great ideas and rewarding careers are built.
Stantec’s Mining, Minerals and Metals Practice is seeking an Underground Mining Engineer interested in joining an established team of industry leaders in Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Denver, or Reno. Remote work may be considered. The successful candidate will support global mining projects and help our clients unlock potential by engineering safe, innovative, and sustainable solutions to complex challenges. We’re a group of forward-thinking professionals defined by our entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering pursuit of not only what’s next, but also what’s best.
Join a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make a big impact.
Support and mentorship from an experienced team of industry leaders
Growth opportunities and training customized to match your ambitions
Internal focus groups with like-minded individuals helping you pursue what motivates you
A collaborative environment working with multi-disciplinary project teams
Exposure to marquee projects of varying size and complexity across the globe
Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance
Competitive pay and benefits
Opportunities to connect with your community and join other Stantec employees in charitable and social events
Key Responsibilities
Participate in the development of underground mining studies ranging in level of detail
Provide expert mine planning support using your operations experience and Deswik Mine Planning software
Support due diligence and technical audits
Act as peer reviewer of drawings, specifications, mine planning, and technical reports
Support the development of capital and operating cost estimates
Lead project teams performing trade-off and optimization studies including but not limited to mine access, material handling, ventilation, and mining methods
Domestic and International travel with the possibility of extended stays may be required.
Strong understanding of various underground hard rock mining methods and mine systems.
Caving experience is plus
Experience with implementation of new technologies
Proficiency in Deswik Software Suite (CAD, Sched, IS, SO)
Proficiency in compiling and presenting data (PowerBI, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong communication and critical thinking skills
Experience in working on a team of multiple engineering disciplines
Be a driver of safety in your project work and onsite
Promote a positive and collaborative work culture
4+ years of relevant industry experience
Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution
Operations experience in underground hard rock mining is required
Experience in building new projects from the ground up in Deswik mine planning applications is required
Professional Engineer or SME Registered Member is a plus.
Typical office environment working with computers. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Pay Range: Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - $85,000.00 - $ Annually
Primary
Location:
United States | AZ | Phoenix
Organization: BC-2308 E&R-US Southwest
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full…
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